Eating Disorders

Motivation can be a hard thing to come by when we are battling with our recovery. Finding the drive, energy and even the interest to keep going sometimes is quite the feat. One thing we do know makes it easier is novelty. It is both what makes sticking to our commitments hard (we are all guilty… Read more

I really struggle with New Years Resolutions. I understand why people set them, and I fully support people who feel a new chapter gives them the opportunity to start living a life that is a greater reflection of what they want. But my challenge is that what motivates me in January usually isn’t the same… Read more

Merry Christmas and Happy holidays! I am currently down in Mexico soaking up the sun and enjoying some family time. I just wanted to send you a quick note wishing you a wonderful day full of connection and kindness towards self. As this year wraps up I just want to thank you for welcoming m… Read more

The countdown to the holiday season has arrived. For some this is a really exciting time of year and for others it can bring about quite a bit of anxiety. Whatever your feelings are about this season, one thing we know for sure is that it is filled with lots of socializing and eating. Here… Read more

The Looking Glass Foundation posted this article recently and for anyone who struggles or knows someone who struggles with an eating disorder. It discusses the importance of having supports in place as we go through recovery as well as what goes on in the brain of someone who is struggling. I found the article fascinating… Read more

If we are being really honest with ourselves we have to admit that food often can play many different roles in our life. At times it is how we nourish ourselves, at others it’s how we soothe, comfort or reward ourselves after a long day. Still in other moments, it is how we celebrate achievements… Read more

I posted this blog awhile back but it’s relevance never seems to fade. So often I see people in their recovery journey who strive for things that are far out of reach for their exact place in their journey – making them feel like a failure and giving their eating disorder more space to continue… Read more

I often get asked about what parents or loved ones can do to support their child/partner during meal times. Meals can be really tricky when you are supporting someone because there are so many emotions coming up for the individual struggling and it can feel like every move we make ends up creating more anxiety… Read more

The holidays are always a challenging time when you struggle with an eating disorder. Food is often the main focus of Thanksgiving which makes the whole weekend feel overwhelming. If your family knows you struggle here are a few tips that I recommend to make the weekend one that you’re thankful fo   r:  … Read more